Michigan coronavirus cases up to 538,377; The death toll is now 13,824

The number of confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan has risen to 538,377 since Monday, including 13,824 deaths, state officials said.

Monday’s update includes 2,843 new cases and 20 additional deaths in the last two days. On Saturday, the state reported a total of 535,534 cases and 13,804 deaths.

The new COVID-19 cases have flattened and deaths are starting to flatten. Testing was constant, with over 40,000 diagnostic tests reported on average per day, with an average positive rate of 7 days below 7%. Hospitalizations continue to decline over the past few weeks.

Michigan’s 7-day moving average for daily cases was 2,108 months, the lowest since October. The average death of 7 days was 56 months. The fatality rate of the state is 2.6%. The state also reports “active cases”, which were listed on Monday at 82,200 – close to the lowest level in November.

According to Johns Hopkins University, more than 23.9 million cases have been reported in the United States., with more than 397,000 deaths reported by the virus.

Worldwide, over 95 million people have been confirmed infected and over 2 million died. More than 51 million were recovered, according to Johns Hopkins University. The real numbers are certainly much higher, due to limited tests, the different ways in which nations count deaths and the deliberate reporting of governments.

• December 15 – 4,730 new cases

• December 16 – 4,037 new cases

• December 17 – 4,024 new cases

• December 18 – 4,180 new cases

• December 19 – 3,896 new cases

• December 21 – 4,551 new cases (number of cases for two days)

• December 22 – 3,082 new cases

• December 23 – 3,443 new cases

• December 26 – 7,341 new cases (number of cases for three days)

• December 28 – 3,239 new cases (number of cases for two days)

• December 29 – 3,414 new cases

• December 30 – 4,222 new cases

• January 2 – 8,983 new cases (number of cases for three days)

• January 4 – 4,992 new cases (number of cases for two days)

• January 5 – 2,291 new cases

• January 6 – 4,326 new cases

• January 7 – 4,015 new cases

• January 8 – 3,625 new cases

• January 9 – 2,706 new cases

• January 11 – 4,536 new cases (number of cases for two days)

• January 12 – 1,994 new cases

• January 13 – 2,694 new cases

• January 14 – 2,698 new cases

• January 15 – 2,598 new cases

• January 16 – 1,932 new cases

• January 18 – 2,843 new cases (number of cases for two days)

For most people, coronavirus causes mild to moderate symptoms that clear up in two to three weeks. For some, especially the elderly and people with existing health problems, it can cause more serious illnesses, including pneumonia and death.

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Here is a chronology of confirmed cases of coronavirus (COVID-19) in Michigan:

Here are the cases of Michigan COVID-19 broken down by gender (see here if you don’t see the table):

Spread from person to person

It is believed that the virus spreads mainly from person to person.

• Between people who are in close contact with each other (about 6 feet).

• Through respiratory drops produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes.

These drops may land in the mouths or noses of nearby people or possibly be inhaled into the lungs.

Can anyone spread the virus without getting sick?

• It is believed that people are the most contagious when they are the most symptomatic (the sickest).

• Some spread may be possible before people show symptoms; There have been reports of this with this new coronavirus, but this is not thought to be the main way the virus spreads.

It spreads from contact with contaminated surfaces or objects

It is possible for a person to get COVID-19 by touching a surface or object that has the virus on it and then touching their own mouth, nose or possibly eyes, but this is not thought to be the main way the virus spreads.

How easily the virus spreads

How easily a virus can spread from person to person. Some viruses are highly contagious (spread easily), such as measles, while other viruses do not spread as easily. Another factor is whether the spread is sustained, spreading continuously without stopping.

Prevention and treatment

Currently, there is no vaccine to prevent coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19). The best way to prevent disease is to avoid exposure to this virus. However, as a reminder, the CDC always recommends daily preventive actions to help prevent the spread of respiratory diseases, including:

• Avoid close contact with sick people.

• Avoid touching your eyes, nose and mouth.

• Stay home when you’re sick.

• Cover your cough or sneeze with a tissue, then throw the tissue in the trash.

• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using a regular cleaning spray or wipe.

• Wear a mask or face mask when in public.

Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds, especially after going to the bathroom; before eating; and after you blew your nose, he coughed or sneezed.

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People who believe they may have been exposed to COVID-19 should contact their healthcare provider immediately.

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